Data Entry Clerk (M/F) at the Alliance for International Medical Action (ALIMA)

ALIMA’s purpose is to save lives and provide care for the most vulnerable populations, without any discrimination based on identity, religion, or politics, through actions based on proximity, innovation, and the alliance of organizations and individuals. We act with humanity and impartiality in accordance with universal medical ethics. To gain access to patients, we undertake to act in a neutral and independent manner.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Entry Clerk (M/F)

Location: Owo, Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time
Line manager: Study Site Manager
Functional supervisor: Medical Referent
Level: 7

Context

• Lassa fever (LF) is an acute febrile illness caused by the Lassa virus (LASV) that can be associated with bleeding, organ failure, and shock. It is endemic in several low and middle-income countries of the West African region: Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. In Nigeria, which represents the most affected country, LF case management centers are operational in an increasing number of the country’s 36 states. Over the past few years, LF outbreaks have become a major public health concern due to a sharp increase in the number of cases. Treatment includes the antiviral drug ribavirin and supportive care. However, there is relatively little scientific information on the disease and its treatment, and the LF R&D roadmap of WHO recently identified the research on new specific LF treatment as a high priority.

Post Description

• The INTEGRATE trial is a multinational, multicentre, controlled, randomized, adaptative phase II-III platform superiority trial with open-label parallel arms. The primary objective of the trial is to compare the efficacy of interventional medical products (IMPs) to standard of care drug (SCD) on prevention of death or organ failure in hospitalized participants with confirmed LF.
• We are looking for a data entry clerk who will be responsible forentering data into computer database, manage and maintain effective record keeping.
• S/he will work in close collaboration and under the supervision of the project Coordinator, the INTEGRATE project team, the Infection Control Research Center (ICRC) team and the Viral Hemorrhagic Fever Laboratory team at the Federal Medical Center Owo (FMCO), and ALIMA’s team in Owo.
• This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience in clinical research, working alongside an international team of doctors, nurses and researchers. The post holders will receive regular training in clinical research methods, as well as the use of advanced clinical monitoring equipment.

Protection of beneficiaries and community members:

• Level 3: The incumbent is responsible for the application of HR processes and may be required to conduct field visits. He/She may therefore be in contact with children and/or vulnerable adults. Therefore, a criminal record check or the presentation of a certificate of good conduct will be required. In situations where the impossibility of providing a criminal record or a certificate of good conduct is established, a declaration on honor will be requested.

Responsibilities

• The data entry clerk will work with ALIMA’s team in the office. The data entry clerk will report to the Study site coordinator.
• Compile, verifying accuracy and enter study data from source documents within time limits
• Input new information into database systems
• Create and manage spreadsheets
• Control the data probity by performing comparative checkout of different sources
• Regularly update existing database system records
• Review data for deficiencies or errors, correcting any incompatibilities and checking output, produce reports
• Document, organize and store relevant documents
• Assist the study coordinator in the resolution of queries and access relevant files,
• Forward SAE and AESI forms within time limits according to the SOPs

Professional conduct:
The data entry clerk will be expected to:

• Comply with the Lassa ward infection and control procedures at all times
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Comply with data integrity and security policies
• Follow the supervision and instructions of the study coordinator
• Maintain and improve their professional knowledge and competence
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the post. The duties listed are not definitive and may be added to or changed according to the needs of the research study

Others:

• Knows and applies the infection prevention and control procedures and protocols in use on the Lassa fever ward
• Knows and applies the safety procedures in relation to viral hemorrhagic fevers
• Maintains their knowledge of the ALIMA association, including its operation, structure, internal rules and procedures, and respects and applies ALIMA’s values
• Keeps up to date with the objectives and activities of the research study
• Maintains awareness of the activities of other departments within ALIMA
• Helps develop the local political and social understanding of Lassa fever
• Participates in departmental meetings, and develops team spirit and solidarity

Requirements
Education:

• Data entry diploma / nurse
• Additional training in clinical research is desirable

Experience:

• Experience in clinical research, including data collection, is essential
• Experience in a hospital medical service
• Knowledge of at least one data entry software
• Experience with MS Office and data programs
• Fluent English is essential. Yoruba language skills are desirable

Qualities required:

• Previous working experience as data entry clerk for (x) years
• Fast typing skills and accuracy
• Excellent knowledge of word processing tools and databases
• Great attention to detail
• Critical thinker
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills

Languages:

• Ability to communicate in English and the main Nigerian languages spoken in the location of assignment, Owo ,
• Candidates from Ondo state are encouraged to apply.

Contract term: 

• Contract under Nigerian law, 6 months, renewable. Level 7.

Application Closing Date
6th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Submit your Cover letter, CV and qualifications with contact details all in the same files
• Applications are processed in the order of arrival and we reserve the right to close the offer before the term initially indicated if a good application is successful. Only full applications will be taken into account. Only accepted applications will be contacted.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Only successful applicants will be called for interview.
• No monetary transactions, neither demands of favors in kind, nor other types of favoritism will be tolerated in the recruitment process.